Safety in Healthcare: Working at a Computer

If your work involves long stints in front of a computer, the way you sit at your desk will make an enormous difference to how you feel at the end of the day. Therefore it makes sense to optimise the ergonomics of desk work to enhance your overall well-being and productivity. This Working at a Computer course addresses the ignificance of proper posture, breaks, and stretching exercises to alleviate physical strain and discomfort associated with long hours in front of a computer. Once the course is completed, you will have learnt how to establish an ergonomic workspace including an adjustable chair, proper keyboard positioning, and monitor alignment, simple stretching exercises targeting different muscle groups, and the importance of incorporating breaks and exercises into your daily schedule. This course is one part of our 20 part “Safety in Healthcare” series aimed exclusively at healthcare workers.